What to expect during labour and birth
Learn about what to expect during labour and birth, how your body prepares and the changes you may notice before labour begins.
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Labour and giving birth
Learn about the different ways babies are born and find out what to expect at each stage so you can feel informed and prepared.
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Decisions and conversations
Learn more about how decisions during labour and birth are made gradually, shaped by clear communication, your changing needs, and your right to be involved in every step of your care.
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Tests, checks and scans
Learn about the checks and monitoring you may be offered during labour and birth, including why they are used and what they involve.
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Your comfort and wellbeing
Find out how you can stay comfortable and supported during labour and birth, including ways to move, positions that feel right for you and your options for managing pain.
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How to support someone in labour and birth
Learn how to support someone during labour with simple, practical ways to help with comfort, communication and decision making.
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Managing the unexpected
Understand what can happen if labour or birth does not go to plan, including experiences like birth trauma and pregnancy or baby loss.
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Labour and birth for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families
Find culturally safe maternity care, support services and resources.
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